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Burnet, David Gouverneur b. April 14, 1788 d. December 7, 1870President and Vice President of the Republic of Texas. Born in Newark, New Jersey, and orphaned at about age 3, he was raised by his older half brothers, Jacob and Isaac, who moved to Cincinnati, Ohio from the east when David was about 7 or 8 years old. He was given a classical education; instruction in subjects such as Greek, Latin, philosophy, history, and literature. He seemed primed to follow in the footsteps of his successful brothers. He was articulate, opinionated about politics, and...[Read More] (Bio by: H M G)Lakeview Cemetery, Galveston, Galveston County, Texas, USAPlot: Section C, Block 1, Lot 2

Gresham, Walter b. July 22, 1841 d. November 6, 1920US Congressman. Elected to represent Texas's 10th District in the United States House of Representatives, serving from 1893 to 1895. Also served as a Member of the Texas State Legislature.Lakeview Cemetery, Galveston, Galveston County, Texas, USAPlot: Section E, Block 6, Lot 4